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LG02 MTX

2002 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2019
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

28,892 mi
Last recorded28,892 miles
Recorded on9 May 2018
Typical for 2002 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet47,442 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG02 MTX
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelFortwo Cabriolet
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 May 2018 28,892 miles

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

both front tyres cracked

Pass 27 Apr 2017 27,216 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 26,258 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 25,442 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2015 25,442 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Apr 2013 22,652 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Oil leak

Rear bumper insecure

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s seat belt does not sit flat against the seat

o/s seat belt does not sit flat against the seat

Fail 29 Apr 2013 22,652 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Oil leak

Rear bumper insecure

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s seat belt does not sit flat against the seat

o/s seat belt does not sit flat against the seat

Pass 3 May 2012 20,452 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 18,824 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 16,954 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2010 16,911 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Apr 2009 15,279 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

o/s/f and n/s/f tyresplit/cut outer edge

Fail 28 Apr 2009 15,279 miles

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

o/s/f and n/s/f tyresplit/cut outer edge

Pass 14 May 2008 13,635 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

nearside front tyre has cracks in tyre affecting its strength

offside front tyre has cracks in tyre affecting its strength

Fail 3 May 2007 10,469 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 May 2007 10,469 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2006 6,969 miles

How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet?

Based on 92,662 MOT tests across 5,808 vehicles.

76.1%
Pass Rate
3,216
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
5,808
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,333
coil spring broken 1,144
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,132
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 813
Stop lamp not working 780
Full Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet reliability report

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LG02 MTX is a 2002 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 2002 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 47,442 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,333 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LG02 MTX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 24 years old, this Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LG02 MTX registered?

LG02 MTX is a 2002 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet, first registered on 26 April 2002.

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